The court meeting was over the next day, and there was nothing major. Thinking of the tea, I took Meng He to Ba's Terrace.
Taoyao and Baling were both there. Baling looked at me with something wrong, as if he was dissatisfied and resentful...
It seems that Taoyao has told her that I think she feels that I have stolen her sister, so she is a little emotional. It is human nature and understandable.
Seeing something wrong in her eyes, Taoyao quickly asked her to go back to her room to continue studying, and took me into the central hall.
After sitting down, Taoyao was obviously a little uncomfortable with the change in the relationship. Instead of being calm and indifferent as before, she became more shy than a woman.
I cleared my throat to resolve the embarrassment and said, "What, I'm here to ask you today, how is the tea business?"
Taoyao quickly regained her temperament as a householder and responded: "The first batch of tea has been fried. According to the tea scriptures given by your majesty, the spring teas are Longjing, Biluochun and Maofeng, so I ordered everyone to fry them." I made some. People over there brewed it and tasted it, and it was consistent with the color and aroma mentioned in the Tea Book. It is expected that the tea will be sent to Xianyang in the middle of the month. In addition, the government selected some smart people to teach them the art of tea. "
I looked at Taoyao with admiration and said with a smile: "As expected of my wife, she is considerate and considerate of her husband."
Tao Yao was attracted to her instantly. How could an untouched ancient woman stand up to my teasing? She said shyly, "Your Majesty..."
I smiled, stopped teasing her, and got down to business: "I came today to discuss something with you."
Tao Yao rubbed her pretty red face and nodded: "Your Majesty, please speak."
"I want you to get out of business." I slowly stated the purpose of coming here, while keeping my eyes fixed on Taoyao, for fear that she wouldn't want to. Although I can allow her to continue doing business, it will be quite a headache if Yu He and his gang make trouble. Besides, she is already the emperor's wife, so why do she need to do these things again.
Tao Yao nodded obediently: "Everything depends on your Majesty."
Seeing that Taoyao didn't show any surprise at all, I asked curiously, "Don't you object?"
Tao Yao smiled slightly and shook her head: "I knew this day would come. Your Majesty is the emperor, so how can you be a businessman worthy of your Majesty?"
I played with the porcelain cup in my hand and saw that there was no displeasure on Taoyao's expression, so I added: "If you want to continue doing business, I will certainly find a way, so don't make it difficult."
Tao Yao smiled softly and said: "Your Majesty, don't worry too much. Not only will I no longer be in business, but I will also ask Your Majesty to remove Ba Ling from the business registration."
Now it was my turn to be surprised: "Ba Ling has also left his business registration? But what about Ba's huge family property? This is the family property that your mother worked hard to earn."
Tao Yao still had a smile on her face and replied: "I thank you, Your Majesty. I have already made plans for Ba's industry. In addition to some businesses in Xianyang City, others include several mines, tea, salt, and porcelain in Bashu. I wish to Leave everything to the imperial court. As for the business in Xianyang City, after all, there are still so many people in the Ba family, let them live."
"You..." My eyes widened. The Ba family and the Wushi family were as rich as the rest of the country. Now Taoyao is actually willing to donate all of the Ba family property to the court?
Only then did I remember Baling’s eyes, that’s it.
I gathered my thoughts and frowned slightly: "Taoyao, you don't have to be like this. I have no other intention in marrying you. If marrying me makes you unhappy, I will feel guilty for the rest of my life."
Tao Yao smiled understandingly and said: "Your Majesty, all this is done willingly by me. I know that the court now needs money everywhere. Although these properties of Ba's family are not as good as the national treasury, they are still quite a lot. They can share your worries for your majesty." , I am very happy. These people in Bashi have been rich for decades relying on their mother and concubine, and now it is time for them to support themselves."
Seeing that I wanted to persuade her, she continued: "I'm not just trying to help His Majesty, I'm trying to separate myself from the Ba family. If I really get married to His Majesty, I'm afraid someone in the Ba family will do whatever is wrong in His Majesty's name. It’s not to ruin His Majesty’s virtuous reputation.”
I took a deep breath, not knowing what to say to such an understanding woman.
He stood up and walked to her, suddenly hugging her tightly.
I could feel Taoyao's heartbeat suddenly accelerating. She struggled gently in my arms and said shyly: "Your Majesty, we are not married yet. Your Majesty... you must pay attention to your words and deeds and don't let others spread gossip."
How can you let go of a beautiful woman in your arms so easily? I hugged you tighter and said with emotion: "Taoyao, I get you, just like the dry land gets the rain. Whoever dares to comment, I will cut his tongue!"
Taoyao stopped struggling, slowly raised her arms and hugged me, nestled in my arms, her face filled with happiness.
"I am fortunate to be favored by Your Majesty, just like being illuminated by stars in the dark night. I will live up to you."
After a long time, Tao Yao spoke again: "Your Majesty, I have one more thing I want to ask Your Majesty."
I let go of the warm-scented nephrite in my arms and responded, "Ask as much as you like, I'll tell you everything I know."
Tao Yao smiled and said: "Your Majesty, do you want me to be a wife or a beauty? Or a long envoy or a young envoy?"
Hearing this, I thought of Ying Wu's words, and my mood instantly fell to the bottom. I said leisurely: "Why do you say this? I... want to make you my queen."
Taoyao suddenly covered her mouth and started laughing. I looked confused: "Why are you laughing? You don't believe it?"
Tao Yao suppressed her smile and said solemnly: "If Your Majesty makes me your queen, I will be very disappointed."
I was stunned: "Why? Isn't it bad to be a queen?"
"It's not bad, it's just impossible." Tao Yao looked firm: "If Your Majesty makes a businessman your queen, it will definitely attract criticism from the world. Your Majesty will become an emperor who will never be the same. How can I be criticized like this just because of my concubine? I don't think so." It is enough for you to have the title of Queen, and to win the title of Your Majesty."
I shook my head and argued: "I went to see Zongzheng two days ago, and Zongzheng told me..."
I concealed the part about Zong Zheng’s words that said Tao Yao should not be his queen, and relayed it to her. At the end, I said, “Even Zong Zheng supports me, so why should I be afraid?”
Tao Yao did not agree: "If your majesty is really good for me, you will listen to me and choose the best one as your queen. I have no family background. If you are the queen, not only will your majesty be criticized, but I will also be targeted everywhere. This is your majesty's fault." What do you want to see?"
Seeing that Taoyao is so sensible and considers everything for me, it strengthens my determination to make her my queen.
I looked resolute and said solemnly: "Although I have only been on the throne for a short time, I am not at the mercy of others. I am the emperor, can't I decide who I will marry?"
Hearing this, Taoyao wanted to persuade her. I stepped forward, held her in my arms, and kissed her without any explanation. Taoyao's eyes widened, and she immediately fell deeply into it, taking the initiative to ask for it.
After a long time, the two of them separated reluctantly. Looking at Taoyao's loving eyes, I said softly: "Don't think about other things, just feel at ease!"
Tao Yao bit her lips tightly and nodded heavily.
